Snow Canyon State Park
State parks
A scenic 7,400-acre park of red and white Navajo sandstone, ancient lava flows, and sand dunes about eight miles north of St. George near Ivins, Utah.
Overview
Snow Canyon State Park sits about eight miles north of St. George, near Ivins, along State Route 18. The park is known for its striking contrast of red and white Navajo sandstone cliffs, black basalt lava flows, and desert sand dunes.
What to Do
Visitors explore Snow Canyon's trails and dunes on foot, by bike, and on horseback. A campground surrounded by ancient lava flows and red sandstone offers overnight stays, and rangers lead programs about the desert environment.
Know Before You Go
The park is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. year-round. Day-use fees are $15 per vehicle for Utah residents (up to 8 people), $10 for resident seniors 65+, and $20 per vehicle for non-residents; pedestrians and cyclists pay $3. Standard campsites are $40 per night and water-and-electric sites are $45 per night. Day-use fees can be paid with cash, card, or contactless payment at the entrance station or visitor center.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the day-use fee?
Day-use is $15 per vehicle for Utah residents (up to 8 people), $10 for resident seniors 65+, and $20 per vehicle for non-residents. Pedestrians and cyclists pay $3.
What are the park hours?
Snow Canyon State Park is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. year-round, with no holiday closures.
Can I camp at Snow Canyon?
Yes. Standard (no-hookup) campsites are $40 per night and sites with water and electric hookups are $45 per night. Group campgrounds are also available.
Address
1002 Snow Canyon Dr.Ivins, UT 84738
Contact
- Website: https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/snow-canyon/
- Work Phone: 435-628-2255